Rhus lanceolata

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

An evergreen shrub or small tree reaches 30', either single or suckering. Usually found on limestone or neutral soils. Extremely heat and drought tolerant. Aromatic leaves. Develops small white to pink flowers, red berries follow. Leaves are vivid red in fall. Leaves are narrower, more refined and have more graceful growth habit than copallina var. copallina to which it is compared.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Winter, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black, Red

 

Fruit Season

Spring

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape, Wild Garden, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.